Anything but. Colin was inspirational in everything he did, whether it was windsurf, kiteboard or eventually surfboard shaping. Seeing him progress in those two little sheds creating better boards everyday is only half the talent and drive that man had.

He chased his dreams and passions but ironically he did it all for himself and to spend more time with his family. That life has been cut short and is one off life massive injustices.

Colin was a legend amongst the early kiting community ... he shaped a board for Aaron Hadlow when AH was just ten years old. Many of his fabulous boards are in use in the UK today and throughout the world. Many will be going up on a wall in tribute to him.